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Dewsbury Museum
Town museum with local history displays, art and community exhibitions inside Dewsbury Town Hall.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 18 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkley to Dewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkley to Dewsbury will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
To travel from Ilkley to Dewsbury you need to make at least one change.
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C33270 · L89293Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkley to Dewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dewsbury take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 41m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (41m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ilkley to Dewsbury trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:41 Ilkley | 0h44 | 13:25 Dewsbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:10 Ilkley | 0h45 | 13:55 Dewsbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:10 Ilkley | 0h45 | 14:55 Dewsbury | 1 change | |
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Trains from Ilkley to Dewsbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 42m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 23:21 |
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Discover the best of Dewsbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dewsbury trip today.
Town museum with local history displays, art and community exhibitions inside Dewsbury Town Hall.
Small textile museum in nearby Batley telling the story of heavy woollen production linked closely to Dewsbury.
Museum in a former mill village exploring textile heritage, machinery and workers’ lives in the wider area.
Main shopping and market street with historic buildings, everyday bustle and easy access to central attractions.
Central public park with lake, woodland walks, play areas and broad views, popular with local families.
Riverside green space with paths and sports facilities, useful for a quiet walk close to the town centre.
Dewsbury pie is a local West Yorkshire meat pie, traditionally filled with minced meat and onion and baked in pastry; it is one of the town’s best-known food associations.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast dinners across West Yorkshire; it is a staple local comfort food closely tied to Sunday lunch traditions.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup, long associated with Yorkshire and especially popular around autumn and Bonfire Night.
Popular Turkish grill restaurant known for kebabs, mixed grills and generous portions in a lively casual setting.
Established Indian restaurant serving curries, balti dishes and tandoori favourites in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish South Asian dining spot offering grilled meats, curries and modern desi dishes with a smart but approachable feel.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than in major UK cities, while dining, coffee and local transport are fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkley to Dewsbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilkley to Dewsbury trains use the Ilkley to Dewsbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilkley and Dewsbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ilkley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ilkley.
Ticket office support is available at Ilkley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilkley: Parking.
Available at Ilkley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilkley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Dewsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dewsbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Dewsbury.
Ticket office support is available at Dewsbury.
Available at Dewsbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Dewsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 1 (trains from Manchester towards Leeds). This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 07:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 1 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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